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Vendor Development


The Vendor Development exam evaluates candidates on their ability to establish and manage relationships with suppliers and vendors to enhance the supply chain and drive business growth. It covers strategies for identifying, evaluating, and developing vendor partnerships to meet organizational objectives.


Who should take the exam?

  • Supply Chain Professionals: Individuals involved in procurement, sourcing, or vendor management roles.
  • Vendor Managers: Professionals responsible for managing relationships with suppliers and vendors.
  • Business Development Managers: Individuals focused on expanding business opportunities through vendor partnerships.
  • Procurement Specialists: Professionals involved in sourcing and selecting vendors for products or services.
  • Entrepreneurs and Business Owners: Individuals seeking to establish and grow vendor relationships for their business.


Course Outline

The Vendor Development exam covers the following topics :-

  • Module 1: Introduction to Vendor Development
  • Module 2: Understanding Vendor Identification and Selection
  • Module 3: Understanding Vendor Negotiation
  • Module 4: Understanding Vendor Performance Management
  • Module 5: Understanding Vendor Relationship Management
  • Module 6: Understanding Vendor Development Strategies
  • Module 7: Understanding Risk Management in Vendor Relationships
  • Module 8: Understanding Legal and Ethical Considerations
  • Module 9: Understanding Cost Optimization and Value Enhancement
  • Module 10: Understanding Vendor Diversity and Inclusion
  • Module 11: Understanding Technology Tools and Platforms
  • Module 12: Understanding Continuous Improvement and Innovation

Vendor Development FAQs

It will be a computer-based exam. The exam can be taken from anywhere around the world.

You have to score 25/50 to pass the exam.

No there is no negative marking

There will be 50 questions of 1 mark each

You can directly go to the certification exam page and register for the exam.

You will be required to re-register and appear for the exam. There is no limit on exam retake.

The result will be declared immediately on submission.

  • Supply Chain Professionals: Individuals involved in procurement, sourcing, or vendor management roles.
  • Vendor Managers: Professionals responsible for managing relationships with suppliers and vendors.
  • Business Development Managers: Individuals focused on expanding business opportunities through vendor partnerships.
  • Procurement Specialists: Professionals involved in sourcing and selecting vendors for products or services.
  • Entrepreneurs and Business Owners: Individuals seeking to establish and grow vendor relationships for their business.

The Vendor Development exam evaluates candidates on their ability to establish and manage relationships with suppliers and vendors to enhance the supply chain and drive business growth. It covers strategies for identifying, evaluating, and developing vendor partnerships to meet organizational objectives.

  • Vendor Manager: Manage relationships with suppliers and vendors, negotiate contracts, and oversee vendor performance.
  • Supply Chain Analyst: Analyze vendor data, identify trends, and optimize vendor relationships to enhance supply chain efficiency.
  • Procurement Specialist: Source and select vendors, negotiate terms, and ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations.
  • Business Development Manager: Identify new vendor partnerships and opportunities to expand the business through strategic vendor relationships.
  • Vendor Development Consultant: Provide advisory services to organizations on vendor development strategies, process optimization, and risk management.